Marco Mendicino at the Government Operations and Estimates Committee

On March 6th, 2023. See this statement in context.

March 6th, 2023 / 4 p.m.

Liberal

Marco Mendicino Liberal Eglinton—Lawrence, ON

That's another very good question, Ms. Vignola.

Before determining its immigration targets, the government must consider certain factors.

First, there is the economy and its needs. This decision is the result of consultation with all the provinces and territories, including Quebec, with which we have a very good relationship.

Then there is our goal of family reunification.

Finally, we have a category for resettling asylum seekers and refugees, which is really important. So different factors are taken into account before determining immigration targets, but the decision is made by the government.

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